Sustainability at adesso

For us, sustainability begins on the ground: at our offices, in our projects, and in the daily actions of our employees. As part of the adesso Group, we take responsibility across all ESG dimensions – Environmental, Social, and Governance – and consistently align our business activities with ecological, social, and ethical principles.

These standards form the foundation for our ongoing activities in environmental, social, and corporate governance areas.

Protecting the climate and resources is a core component of our sustainability strategy. As part of the adesso Group, we are pursuing the goal of operating in a climate-neutral manner by 2030. Specifically, this means reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25.7 % and Scope 3 emissions by 15 % compared to the 2024 base year. These targets are aligned with the guidelines of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

We focus on four key areas of action:

• Energy efficiency: We design our offices to conserve resources and maximize energy efficiency – including sourcing electricity from renewable energy, using modern building technology, and installing energy-efficient lighting. Our offices are also centrally located with excellent connections to public transportation.
• Sustainable mobility: We promote eco-friendly commuting and climate-conscious travel. This includes supporting public transit, participating in initiatives like "Bike to Work", promoting electromobility, and reducing unnecessary business travel through remote work and virtual collaboration.
• Sustainable procurement: We integrate ecological and social criteria when procuring products and services. We focus on energy efficiency, durability, recyclability, and responsible supply chains to reduce resource consumption throughout our value network.
• Circular economy and waste management: We conserve resources through consistent waste separation, recycling, avoiding single-use materials, and maintaining a low-paper work environment.

At adesso Schweiz AG, people are at the heart of everything we do. That is why we create a work environment that fosters personal development, diversity, and health, while supporting social engagement. Our initiatives include:

• Training and development opportunities through our adgrowth learning platform.
• The annual eduCamp for professional and personal growth.
• Flexible working models and remote work options.
• Promoting diversity, equal opportunity, and respectful collaboration.
• Health-promoting initiatives and programs for our employees.
• Supporting charitable projects and donation drives.

Responsible corporate governance is a core element of sustainable business practices for adesso Schweiz AG. Clear guidelines, defined standards, and an integrated management system help us systematically embed ethical, social, and ecological requirements.

Our governance principles are based on the following core elements:

• A group-wide Code of Conduct as a binding foundation for all employees and managers.
• A Supplier Code that defines ecological, social, and ethical requirements for our suppliers.
• Regular training on compliance, information security, and sustainability topics.
• The systematic integration of environmental and sustainability aspects into business processes and decisions.
• Regular audits and reviews as part of our integrated management system.
• Certifications according to ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 27001

With these principles, we build trust with our employees, clients, and partners, while contributing to a sustainable and responsible economy.